EFCC Vows to Crack Down on Public Fund Theft: “No One Will Get Away With It”
In a resolute declaration, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to taking decisive action against public officials involved in the misappropriation of public funds. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, delivered this stern warning on Monday during the inaugural President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Leadership Conference and Awards held in Abuja. The…
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu Commends First Female Nigerian Graduate of UK’s Royal Military Academy
In a historic and commendable gesture, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, warmly welcomed 2nd Lieutenant Princess Oluchukwu Owowoh to the State House on Monday. Owowoh, the first Nigerian female graduand of the prestigious Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst (RMAS) in the United Kingdom, was accompanied by Major General John…
SEC Urges Crypto Community to Identify Naira Manipulators
The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called on the cryptocurrency community to help identify individuals responsible for manipulating the Nigerian Naira and to publicly shame them. Mr. Lamido Agama made this plea during a gathering organized by the Blockchain Industry Coordinating Committee of Nigeria to engage with key industry participants on…
Troops Repel Kidnap Attempt in Benue, Rescue 2 Victims, Recover Firearms
In a swift and decisive operation, troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations in the North Central, in collaboration with Volunteer Guards, successfully repelled a kidnap attempt and rescued two victims in Benue State. The operation, prompted by a distress call from the enclave of a suspected kidnap gang in Tsede Village, along…
Edo State Speaker Suspends Lawmakers Over Alleged Impeachment Plot
In a surprising turn of events, the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has announced the suspension of three lawmakers, citing their alleged involvement in a plot to impeach him and other principal officers of the Assembly. The suspended lawmakers include Donald Okogbe of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), representing Akoko-Edo…
VP Shettima Represents President Tinubu at 2024 US-Africa Business Summit
The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, is set to depart Abuja for Dallas, United States, to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 2024 US-Africa Business Summit organized by the Corporate Council on Africa. Scheduled to take place at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas, the summit will gather political…
DAILY NIGERIAN Reporter Umar Audu Wins NUJ Journalist of the Year Award
In a momentous achievement for investigative journalism, Umar Audu, a dedicated reporter from DAILY NIGERIAN, has been honored with the prestigious Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Journalist of the Year Award. Mr. Audu’s exemplary work in investigative reporting has earned him this esteemed recognition, along with a prize of N1 million. The announcement of Umar…
Nigerian Men’s 4x400m Team Secures Olympic Qualification in Style
In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, the Nigerian men’s 4x400m relay team has secured their ticket to the #Paris2024 Olympics with an outstanding performance. The team clinched an automatic qualification spot after delivering a Season’s Best time of 3:01.74, finishing second in their heat. Anchored by Chidi Okezie, who ran a blistering leg,…
President Tinubu Meets with African Automotive Manufacturers to Advance Local Production
President Bola Tinubu welcomed a delegation from the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers and the Nigerian Automotive Manufacturers Association on Friday, led by the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Ms. Doris Uzoka-Anite. The visit, aimed at discussing the progress of local vehicle production, highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to bolstering its automotive industry as part of…
EFCC: 58 Former Governors Under Investigation for Alleged N2.187 Trillion Misappropriation
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made startling allegations against a significant number of former governors, implicating them in the misappropriation, embezzlement, or laundering of approximately N2.187 trillion over a span of 25 years. These allegations highlight the magnitude of corruption within Nigeria’s political landscape. According to EFCC reports, the N2.2 trillion looted…